Thai Papaya Cuisine in Evansville not closing, but property listed for sale

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — Thai Papaya says it's not closing, even though its real estate on Tutor Lane is listed for sale.

The restaurant posted a statement on Facebook addressing its future.

"For clarification, we are NOT closing the restaurant," the statement reads. "Due to the recent urban development of the east side of Evansville, specifically the new incoming businesses like (Costco) and Fresh Thyme, the owners were curious about the value of their property.

"The owners are also reaching retirement age and wanted to see their options," the post continues. "They wanted to see if there was any demand for the property in the current market. Again, we are NOT closing. We are OPEN for business!!!"

Thai Papaya has been open 10 years and in its current property at 1434 Tutor Lane, off North Burkhardt Road, since 2013. It is owned by Joe and Kantima Potchanant.